Jan Hicks Creates - Tutorial for Beginning Cross Stitchers - Transitioning from Aida to Evenweave
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- čas přidán 11. 07. 2024
- In this video, I discuss the different types of evenweave fabric for cross stitch, showing examples of Lugana/Jobelan, as well as various brands of linen. You will also learn tips on what type of fabric to consider for your first evenweave project.
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Thanks for making a video for easy understanding of all the fabrics to stitch on.
Glad you found it useful!
I just found this video. I have been stitching on Aida forever. This is the best video I have seen on fabrics. Very clear!! Thank you so much! I will no longer fear other fabrics. 💕
Awesome, Teresa! So glad you found it useful!
I ordered some lugana. 😀
TY for this info. I'm moving up now from Aida. I mean the worst that can happen is I have to pull it out! Lol I'm going to order a little extra to practices on before I start my pattern. I'm learning so much from you. It takes time to do these videos and I know you love doing them but I really appreciate you. TY again Jan.
Thanks so much, Alicia! So glad you are finding these useful!
Love how you explain the different fabric for cross stitch.
OMGosh thank you so much for this video. I'm very new to cross stitch and I had been wondering what the difference was between Even Weave and Linen. I've heard it discussed before, but now with the visual difference pointed out, I will now always remember which is which. I am in **no** way ready to move on past Aida yet because my stitches are still so sloppy and I think they would look even worse on higher count fabric, lol. But practice makes perfect, right?! Since I don't comment often, I want to take this opportunity to say how much I enjoy all of your videos and FlossTubes etc... You're just a joy to listen to! Thanks for all that you do!
Thank you so much for the video! I think I'm ready to give evenweave a try.
Your video is very helpful. Have safe travels. You and family are in my prayers
Thank you, Peggy!
Great info Jan. Made a lot of sense and the counting was awesome. Thank you so much for taking the time to explain this. You are Awwwwwesome. Safe travels back and forth and hope everything works out.
❤️🤗❤️. Thanks Pauline!!
Thank you for the breaking down of different fabric for the beautiful embroidery of cross - stitching. Love it!
I use Aida for, that is the fabric that is mostly used.
When as a young pupil, aged 10 I was taught to stitch mostly on check print fabric. Cross-stitch as well as other stitches.
There is where my love for needle work began.
Thank and God bless.
Thanks for explaining that. You inspired me to be brave and give evenweave a whirl.
I have been waiting to see a video like this, I am just trying even weave for the first time. There is a definite learning curve but with any craft it will come with time and practice. Thank you for taking the time to explain everything....all the best.
Yep, just keep practicing, go slow with the counting, count and recount, and you’ll get it. Let me know if you have any questions!
Thank you so very much Jan. This was very informative.🥰
Thanks Judy!
Great video and very informative! Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Thanks Dayle!
Thanks for this very helpful tutorial on the differences on needlework fabrics. I learned so much from you today! I will definitely try 28count when I switch to a new pattern in the future. Bless you for the tutorials you freely give online🙏❤️
Thanks so much, Nancy! So glad you found it helpful!
Just starting to venture into the evenweaves, even bvb though I've been cross stitching for years. Thanks ed o much for this, so informative, helpful and inspiring!!
Thanks Jeannie! Glad you found it helpful!
Thanks so much for all your help. I love watching you stitch and the calming music you play. Your environment is so peaceful and makes stitching like heaven. I am a relatively new stitcher and I’m doing my first real piece on linen. It does require some concentration, but I’m loving it. I absolutely love the pieces you stitch. You do amazing work. I hope to learn to stitch one over one some day and would love for you to teach it. You are a great teacher so I’m just trying to encourage you in that direction. I hope you have a wonderful trip and I love forward to seeing your work when you return.
Hi Cindie! So glad you are finding these useful! Stitching on linen will get easier and easier as your eyes become used to it. I also have a video on stitching over 1. You can find that here: czcams.com/video/O6TgUhKCDfI/video.html
@@JanHicksCreates Thanks so much for this video. It was very helpful!
Jan. You can tell people to pick a project with big blocks of color. This helps a lot your stitching in the same area for a long time in one color so you can see what your doing. I’m still new to even weave and I still love Aida. Hope this helps someone.
Thank you, Penny! That’s a great tip! I’ll share in on my next stitch with me video.
Thank you! This was very helpful and informative ❤️
You really explain things so well.
Thank you! ❤️
Great tutorial. I bought my first piece of Lugana and am going to be brave and try it.
Excellent! Good l Jack, and let me know how it goes!
Catching up on flosstube. Enjoyed this lesson. Even though I knew what you’re talking about, I will point new stitchers to your video if they want to learn about the difference between the fabrics.
Thanks so much, Teal!! ❤️❤️
I have been looking for videos on how to transition to evenweave fabrics. This was so helpful. I am a long time cross stitcher since I was a teen in the 80's but put it down for several years. I couldn't understand what one over one or one over two meant. Thanks for explaining this to me.
You are very welcome, Jodi. Let me know if you have any other questions. I also have a Basics of Cross Stitch series, some of which you may find helpful. You can find that here: czcams.com/play/PL0eA4eAA6BH8DGxksLXEncpcjaK_KzXVV.html
Thank you you make this make so much more sense
This was the most wonderful tutorial about the difference between he fabrics and the way to work with each. Great job! If anyone ever asks me for advice, I'll do what I can and refer them here.
Thanks so much, Desiree!
Tks Jan, it was very useful 😘
Hi Jan, Thank you so much for the tutorial. I just took up stitching again after about 25 years and had always stitched on Aids. Now there are so many samplers out there on beautiful fabric. I have been intimidated to try 28 count but after watching you think I can do it. We only have 1 cross stitch shop in town and I don't feel comfortable enough when I go in to ask very many questions. You have been so helpful. Thanks again, Bonnie M.
Oh Bonnie, never be afraid to ask questions in a shop like that. Having worked in a yarn store, I can tell you that (for the most part) the employees are always happy to help and spread the joy of the hobby. It’s about building community, one person at a time. ❤️ But so glad I could be of help. Please let me know if you have any questions as you get started.
Thank you wonderful video I’m a nubby to cross stitch and it really helped me ❤
Hi Esther! Welcome to the wonderful world of cross stitch! So glad you found this helpful. Do let me know if you have any questions as you go on with it!
Really enjoying watching your videos….I too, am just recent to Evenweave after working with Aida. Not perfect but ready to move to this next step. Very fun. Ty for all your tips and tricks. 😊
You are very welcome! Keep practicing and enjoy the process!
Very good explanation!! 🙏 thank you!
Hi Jan, I've just recently started back stitching after a 10 yr hiatus (got sucked into the quilting world)😁... I had always stitched on Aida. But because of you Flosstube gals, I started on a 28 count linen. After watching your video, as usual, I didn't have a clue. This video was soooo helpful. You answered so many of my questions. THANK YOU!
You’re very welcome, Jane! Glad you found it helpful!
Regarding DMC/Charles Craft Monaco fabric. I recently emailed customer service at DMC asking if the Monaco rumors were true. Below is their answer.
ZDAdmin (DMC Corp)
Apr 8, 14:20 EDT
Hi
It's great to hear from you!
We appreciate you taking the time out to seek DMC for assistance with your cross stitch need. DMC prides in assisting dedicated customers who have a passion for the art.
It is not being discontinued, we are having problems with the dying production. But you can purchase from Joann's Stores, Notions Marketing.
Regards,
DMC
JoAnn & Michael's have little to no stock. Someone said you can find it at Hobby Lobby but that isn't true. Hobby Lobby has 100% cotton evenweave by Zweigart. It is a softer fabric.
I messaged DMC back asking if they think issues will be resolved soon & supplies available again. They were quick to respond the first time so hopefully I will hear soon. I love Monaco fabric.
Good to know, Debbie! Thank you for sharing this. I saw you posted on the Stitching with the Housewives group, too, and I’ll share it on one of my videos this week, too.
Enjoyed your tutorial!🌺 Thank you for explaining fabric snobbery to others! I stitch almost exclusively on Aida because I dislike using magnification 🤔 I think some linen is lovely, but I started stitching when Aida was the fabric of choice. It is also more economical for many stitchers 🌷Stitching should be enjoyable!❤️🐑
Amen to stitching being enjoyable! And laughed at the term “fabric snobbery”. I proudly own the fact that I am a yarn snob. Trying not to be a fabric snob, too. Lol. We stitch on whatever works for us. Thanks Anne!
I am a beginner working on 16 count Aida. I like it but it is stiff. I want to try the Evenweave and this video has really helped. Thank you!
Thanks Tami! Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for this video! I am getting back into cross stitch and am interested in evenweave and linen. I have that same project and was thinking of doing it on a different fabric. I imagine you are using 32 count linen? It is beautiful ! I think I will try it on 28 count either linen or lugano. I am also interested in the sewing method-a little nervous about that but it would nice to be able to take a project along without a large bag. Thank you for your videos -they are all informative!
Thank you so much for this. It clears up a lot for me
Awesome! Glad you found it helpful!
Great tutorial! Thanks!
Thank you for this video I needed it!!!!!
You’re very welcome!
Tried evenweave for the first time late last year and I just could not get it! Picked a piece up again early this year..and can't get enough of it. Love stitching in hand. Thanks for the video.Safe journey☺
Nice! Guess your mind just needed to be in the right place for it. Thanks Angela!
Really easy to understand thank you 🤩
You’re welcome! Glad you found it helpful!
Hey Jan, you can still go to Joann's or Hobby Lobby. Send your bought items home by mail or another option UPS. Like the colors in this one too. Nice tutorial.
See, now you’re trying to make it easier for me to spend all the money! Lol. I found I did best when I just stayed away from those aisles in Joann’s and Michael’s! (Although, if I haven’t found any way to finish my pieces that like Playing with Jax and Winter Wonderland, I may take them with me in June and wander through those aisles...without Mike!! LOL)
Although I have framed pieces using both Aida and linen, my knowledge about evenweave was very lacking. I think I did some work in it decades ago, without knowing what I was doing. Thank you for sharing information with us!
You’re very welcome! Glad you found it useful!
TY I missed the answer. I'm sorry. Wow, I have a lot to learn about cross stitch! I've never heard of the sewing method. I'll have to CZcams this one. Your work is just gorgeous. I am self taught on Aida but want to move on now. TY
No worries! I do have a couple of videos where I show the sewing method. I’ll get the links for you.
Here’s the first one - czcams.com/video/xHwY3Wgd7ws/video.html
And the second one - czcams.com/video/JQUniDvhkFg/video.html
Very helpful - thank you!!
❤️
This was very nice. I wanted to stitch on Linen for the first time. HA! Company I ordered from sent Aida- every label stated 28 ct Lugana. I had to cut a piece out ( square inch for identifying fabric sent). It was 18 CT Aida. Instead of a nice larger stitched SAL, it’s only 9 3/4” in diameter and my vision down the drain! I will never have the piece I wanted. Oh, Well! Back stitching now.
Yes, my self-centered pain is never going to go away! Bummer!
I am stitching my first Linen 32ct Lugana, a GGD design. Ginger Gerald Design 5 Part Series.
thank you your explanation helped me also
Glad you found it helpful, Anne!
Have only done a few cross stitch projects, mainly whilst on holiday (light to carry) and in Aida 14 count. But found a kit that my sister made up for my daughter many years ago, and was horrified to notice no squares on it. It was obviously an evenweave. The threads were dim fil fluer. Once I had started, I loved it! I don’t want to go back to Aida, but will have to as I have rather a lot of it. The finish is something else. My sister was living in France when she bought this. You video was really good.
Sounds like you might be hooked! Welcome to the club! I say, go back and forth between aida and evenweave!
Jan Hicks i am hooked!
Great video. Also another tip if you didn’t mention it is to start your first stitch by a vertical thread. Easy to see where to put the next stitch. And. Weft is left 😁
I did not mention that tip, no. That’s a good one, but didn’t think of it at the time. I’m going to make a note to mention that in my next stitch with me. And thanks for that tip on the weave. That’s a great way to remember it!
I am working on my first evenweave piece. I am having to use a magnifier. But I am plugging away. Thanks for the info about evenweave and linens.
You’re very welcome, Suetta! Hope you’re enjoying it. Let me know if you have any questions!
Ty this is so helpful
I absolutely love this piece you are working on! It is gorgeous! I love watching your videos every week. You have a very relaxing voice and I love stitching with you. I would love to buy this pattern if it's still available where you found it! I tried looking online, but I couldn't find it. I just love the colors so much. What a great tutorial, Jan! I love stitching on linen. Such a great tutorial for everyone! Take care....and keep making your wonderful videos.
Thanks Jodi! I got this pattern from the UK site Sew and So. Try going there and searching on Vitreos Art No. 2. There is a 1 and 3 as well. They are all gorgeous and I hope to do the others some day, too!
Someone else asked where to find them, so I thought I would go and find the link. This is the search result page for all three of the designs: www.sewandso.co.uk/searchresults.php?currentTask=keywordSearch&action=search&keyword=Vitreos&Search=Search&treecode=TRE00049
Thank you Jan! I ordered the pattern from Sew and So on 4/6 and I just got it in the mail today 4/16! All the way from the UK to NH! Pretty incredible. This is my first time ordering from them and it definitely won't be the last! Such a beautiful design...can't wait to start it! Thank you so much for sharing your amazing pieces! This is such a happy place to be!
Thank you❤️
Thanks, good info.
Timely information for me, Jan! I was examining linen for my next project while listening to your description of working on linen. I saw a fairly large slub that I was able to push mostly to the back and a couple others that were loose and easily removed. I have not used the even weaves such as Lugana, but will try them at some point. The strong interest in cross stitch has caused some popular fabrics and hand dyed threads to go out of stock, but so far just a short wait. I am close to finishing American Farmhouse. Just 1/3 of the grass/alphabet and the three quilts remain to be stitched. Thinking of you and Mike this weekend! 💕
Thanks Karen! Yes! So glad you found this info useful. I think when you do try Lugana or Jobelin and the like, you will really like them. They are just that little bit easier to work on.
I have always pronounced it ‘Aye-eeda’ after the inventor’s pronunciation.
The inventor was a gentleman that made cloth. His wife was having trouble seeing the linen fabric as she was elderly and didn’t want to give up her passion for stitching. The gentleman figured out how to make a cloth for his wife to continue with her love of stitching.
They were both Opera lovers and therefore he decided to name the fabric after their favorite opera, Aida, by the composer Verdi.
Since I am a Lady of a certain age, I will continue to use his pronunciation.
Wonderful background info! Thank you!
Thank you, Jan, for all of your enjoyable and informative videos. I’m trying stitching in hand and loving it.
I’m wondering if you could share your thoughts about using DMC instead of overused threads in a pattern.
Sometimes the extra cost can be an issue.
I totally agree, Roz, the extra cost can be too much at times.
I think there are times that overdyed threads can add more depth and interest to a project, especially when there are big blocks of color. Does that mean that DMC is bad? Not at all. The project will be just as beautiful with DMC, so it really just comes down to personal preference, and as you said, cost. As with fabric, I don’t believe there is a right or wrong. And the same goes with silk. Many of the beautiful reproduction samplers are done in silk, but a lot of people can’t afford that cost. Does that mean they shouldn’t do them? Of course not. DMC is just as beautiful.
I love that you brought this up. I am going to talk about this in my next stitch with me. Thank you!
I have my first evenweave project coming up and this was helpful! I’m trying not to be afraid of it but I’m already so blind 😂
Take it slow and easy, don’t be afraid to count those linen threads every time until your eye starts to “see” the squares. And don’t be afraid to get a good light and a magnifier!
@@JanHicksCreates I think I have a good set up! Here’s hoping 🤞🏽 I have to finish my Christmas ornaments before I can reward myself with new starts though! If I post my WIP parade Ill tag you so you can see 🤣☺️
That is a really great question !!! I am new but kinda ready for linen... 🤦
Awesome! Let me know if you have any questions!
Hi Jan. Funny you should should say to start with the evenweave. Where were you when I learned my lesson? The lady at the LNS never told me about the evenweave and suggested the linen. It was quite the experience, but I feel like an expert now. My fabric of choice is linen...lol
Better late than never to help new stitchers now??!! Lol. Sounds like you agree that evenweave is a good stepping stone from aida to linen.
@@JanHicksCreates yes ma'am. True statement. Have an amazing day!
I watched several Flosstube were talking about Joann Fabrics had forty cents per skein on Floss.
Great video. Warp goes top to bottom and weft goes left to right. Also, linen is made from flax. Rayon is made from wood pulp, usually spruce or pine.
Interesting! I did not know that rayon was from an organic source. Thank you for the info!
You’re welcome honey!! I’m a fabric nerd from way back. My family’s history is in textiles! I just love your floss tubes and your tutorials. Thank you for sharing your wealth of knowledge with all of us!!
Hi Jan, haven't been on here much lately as I have been busy and in free time I just wanted to stitch. This video was great for me as I have been looking on line at fabrics and didn't really know the differences between them. I have a chart and picture was done on 35 count Straw linen. I've only used Aida. You suggested we start on 28 ct, I assume the finished design would be a different size. It's 97w x 120h. I don't know how to convert these into inches. O well, I guess I will just have to give it a try. Sorry to hear about your Father in Law. Take care, Me.
Hey Sandra, go to this link and input the numbers for the stitch count of the design and the size fabric. So, you’ll put in 28 ct, and over 2 threads. Then you will decide how much extra fabric you need. This will be how much of a border you want and then the extra fabric for framing. Usually 2 or 3 inches is plenty. Let me know if you have any questions! www.yarntree.com/java/xstitchcal.htm
haha it’s true, i talk to myself a lot while stitching on evenweave. i’ve only been stitching for 6 wks. started on printed 11 count aida and worked my way up. still learning but love evenweave so far, it’s so soft compared to aida
Sounds like you’re learning fast! So fun!
Hope you are having a good time. Prayers to all. Enjoy your Friends and Family. Stay safe.
Please send the link so we can get the pattern to. Thanks very much. Love the tutorial. May have to graduate to the even wait on my next project.
Hi Salina! Going to leave the link for the pattern here, too, so others will see it if interested: www.sewandso.co.uk/searchresults.php?currentTask=keywordSearch&action=search&keyword=Vitreos&Search=Search&treecode=TRE00049
How many strands of floss do you use on linen or even weave. Does it depend on the type or brand of floss. Thanks for the video, it was very informative. Thanks.
Hi Maria,
It actually depends on the count of the fabric. On 32 ct and 28 ct, linen or evenweave, I use 2 strands of floss, for the most part. On 36 ct and higher, I use 1 strand of floss. Hope that helps. Let me know if you have any other questions.
Thank you Jan!! The thing that I have a problem with when using evenweave or linen is this. COUNTING! I can do straight rows without an issue. But, when it comes to counting say....seven rows up and nine stitches over....for example....I get so lost and make mistake after mistake. Same with counting downward or skipping stitches. Sigh. I LOVE the look and feel of evenweave and have some...but when it comes to counting...I need a method that makes it not so completely tedious, time consuming and mistake ridden! I stitch and hand and use sewing method also....and can stitch like the wind of aida. I suppose it is always just going to be slow, tedious going on evenweave?
So, my immediate thought is, don’t try to count that far. I never count that far away unless I have to. I’ll work the stitches in between first. Now, if there is no choice but to jump that far, try using pins. Count a couple of stitches and place a pin. Count a couple more and place a pin. Once you get to where you need to be, go back and recount and then count again. Sounds like that might be a good video to do too! Hope this helps a bit!
Just an FYI. Hobby Lobby has evenweave that is 100% cotton and made by Zweigart. I have only seen it in white. It dyes nicely with liquid Rit.
That’s good to know. I am sure there are a ton of other fabrics out there. I was going by a chart I had found online somewhere and just mentioned the most well known, I guess.
TY for your knowledge. My question is ...is the x suppose to fully covering the area on Adia so that the fabric doesn't show trough, even thou the instructions say use 2 threads and tension is even and not tight? Also are all linen and even weave stitched with one thread? And not always over 2? Thank you in advance.
Hi Julianna! Great questions! So, the question of how much coverage a person likes is individual. Many stitchers prefer fuller coverage, so will use as many strands as they can comfortably stitch with to get the coverage they want. Others are okay with sparser coverage, and will therefore use fewer strands. The coverage is also many times related to the background fabric. For instance, if you are stitching on a darker fabric, darker colors recede in the background, so a person may get the fuller coverage they like without as many strands. So you can see this isn’t a one size fits all answer, and my recommendation is to do little swatches of stitching in the corner of your fabric to try out the coverage and look before you start the actual project.
As for your second question, and keeping in mind what I’ve noted above, the numbers of threads you use for stitching is usually tied to the count of fabric. So when you are working with 28 ct linen/evenweave, that is equivalent to 14 ct aida, so a stitcher usually uses 2 or 3 strands for that. 32 ct linen/evenweave is equivalent to 16 ct aida, so again, usually 2 strands, but I sometimes like the sparser coverage of 1 strand on 32 ct. for a more primitive look. 36 ct. is 18 ct so usually 1 strand, but sometimes 2, and 40 ct is usually 1 strand. Hope that makes sense! Let me know if you need more clarification.
Ty for your explanation. ABSOLUTELY love (I think it's a peacock) on the tiny cross stitch pattern, with all those vibrant color.
Thank you for the explanation of evenweave versus linen. I understand that much better now. What is confusing is the counts. Aida becomes smaller the higher the count....does that apply to even weave also? If so, which count matches the 14 Aida, 18 Aida, etc. ⚾️
Hi Ann, for linen, the higher count does mean smaller, in other words, more threads per inch. So the threads of the fabric get finer and closer together. As for what matches, you take the ct on Aida, and double it for linen, because you are going over 2 linen Threads vs 1 square on Aida. So 14 ct Aida is 28 ct linen. 16 ct Aida is 32 ct linen, and so on. Hope this makes sense!
@@JanHicksCreates thank you! That helps.⚾️
Hi Jan. Linen kind of scares me. But, you do a lot of samplers. Are they all mostly regular x stitching or are there specialty stitches in them. Thanks! Pat.
Hi Jan, is there a way you can do a tutorial for sewing method? I've done many but never on charts and I want to know what I need to be aware of when using it for charts as I know we need to have the consistency same way method.
Hi Cynthia! I actually have two videos out there on the sewing method. You can find them here: Sewing Method tutorial 1 - czcams.com/video/xHwY3Wgd7ws/video.html
Sewing method tutorial 2 - czcams.com/video/JQUniDvhkFg/video.html
I have used aida 14 ct for 20 years. Ready for a new adventure on different fabrics. I understand that 28 ct is 9 block but what is 32 and 36 count.
I’m afraid I don’t know what you mean by 9 block. Could you explain further?
Question; first time using 1 over 2 ok n 28 count linen...
Dmc thread .hobby lobby linen..
Question is : are all linen created equal? .the dmc thread doesn't "flow' threw the linen..thread frayes ,knots ECT ...
Is there a better linen an different floss that would make it easier ???
Thx..joy
Hi Joy, No, all linen is not created equal. The way the flax is harvested, cleaned and spun into the linen thread will all have an impact on the final product. Big box stores always have an eye on their bottom line, so they are going to carry a cheaper quality. That would definitely have at effect on how the floss flows through the fabric and how much wear and tear it causes. I recommend finding a cross stitch store to buy your linen from. Online or brick and mortar, either one will have a great selection of fabric. If you aren’t sure where to start to find a shop, email me with where you live and I’ll see if I can point you in the right direction.
As for floss, DMC is really the best, staple cotton floss out there. I think the problems you are having with it are a result of the wear and tear from the fabric.
Hope this helps! Let me know how it’s going.
Hi thank you so much--was searching for this info. Not long cross stitching- but lifelong knitter and embroidery,
Have done 4 projects on Aida 14 ct. But downloaded pattern ( serenity prayer).but 22x25” 14 ct Aida would like half size( so could do more than one for family)18 ct or higher
Can I do this on evenweave-28 say --- is it like knitting same stitches but
smaller needles can make smaller size? Understand floss strands might be different.
Can’t find anybody local during COVID,
Hope all stay safe ! (Hope this not stupid question )
K
Yes! You got it! It’s exactly the same as knitting, but larger count fabric makes finished smaller size. Once you get to about 36 ct fabric, you will be using 1 strand of floss instead of 2. Glad you found this video helpful. Do let me know if you have any other questions!
Thank you, --while waiting for postal deliveries I’m working my way through your videos,enjoying all. K
Yes, the dying process plumps up the fibers causing the holes to look smaller.
I noticed when you stitched on the even weave, you only do the first part of the x (/) then go back to complete the x. Is that the way you have to stitch on linen/linen? Can’t do the complete x then move to the next stitch? And I’ve also heard something about. Where on the fabric to start the first stitch on an over or under part of the fabric weave.
Is that accurate?
Hi Sheryl! So, whether you do one leg of a stitch at a time or complete one X before moving on to the next has more to do with the type of floss you’re using rather than the type of fabric. Typically, no matter the fabric, a stitcher will stitch across a row making one leg of the X and then will make the other leg of the X on the “return” trip back across the row, as you see me doing in this video. If you are using variegated or overdyed thread, however, you will typically stitch one X at a time. This allows the variegation in the floss to really show in your piece. Now, as with everything in cross stitch, this is not true all of the time for everyone. If they variegation in the thread is more “tonal” meaning just different subtle changes of the same color, I will stitch stitch one leg out and back. You still get some change in the color of the floss, but not as much as stitching one X at a time. It just depends on what look a stitcher might be going for on a particular piece. Hope that makes sense!
As for your second question, yes, it does matter where you start your stitches, IMO. (Though again, a lot of people don’t worry about this, and this does apply only to linen or evenweave. This isn’t an issue on aida.) Your stitches will lay neater if you start the bottom leg of your X next to a vertical thread, where the vertical thread is laying on top of the the horizontal thread. I do have a video showing this, so you can see what I mean in this video here: czcams.com/video/xOWSEgo648c/video.html
Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any more questions!
Yes it does but if you’re working on more scattered and now row after row of the same color???
FYI, linen is not a cotton textile. It is made from the flax plant, the fibers are from the plant itself, whereas cotton comes from the seed ball of the cotton plant. This explains why you get uneven threads, with some parts of the thread being thicker than other parts... it cannot be consistent based on the processing of the stems of the flax plant, similar to the way they process hemp plants.
Lugana is a blend of cotton (52%) and viscose (48%). Jobelan is a blend of cotton (51%) and rayon (49%). Viscose is a form of textile fabric that is manufactured using the Cellulose xanthate process and is made from plant fibers, while Rayon is a type of textile fabric that is made using the Cellulose Immersion process and is made from wood pulp, and the fabric has a higher absorption capacity.
Just trying to clear things up... since Jan here says that linen, lugana, and jobelan are all cotton fabrics, when they aren't. Only two can be considered a cotton 'blend'. Aida and Fiddler cloth are the only ones that are 100% cotton,
Hello, do you use a frame or hoop? TY
Hi Alicia! I think I answered this for you, but just in case, no, I very rarely use a hoop or frame. I mostly stitch in hand using the sewing method.
I know this is an older video so hope you will see the question. Aida stitcher. Wanting to expand stitching horizon. If a pattern calls for a 28 cashel linen what would I substitute with an even weave? Think going to that linen would not be smart.
Find a 28 ct even weave. Look for Lugana or Jobelin. Lugana is more common and you can find it in many different colors.
@@JanHicksCreates thank you.
Hi Jan I just came across this video and I love the pattern, is it still available please ? 🌸🌺🥰🇬🇧
Hi Jill! It is such a pretty pattern, isn’t it! You can find it here: mybobbin.com/product/glass-fantasy-2-cross-stitch-kit/. This is a Russian site, but it is one you can trust.
Jan, I would like to know the beginning and ending to colors on the back...I am having trouble smoothly starting and stopping
I pretty much always trail my tails under stitches on the back. Is this what you mean?
Coverage looks good using only 1 strand
I love the pattern. Where do you get the pattern
Isn’t it gorgeous! You can find it at this link on Sew and So. This link will take you to the search results for all three of the designs like this: www.sewandso.co.uk/searchresults.php?currentTask=keywordSearch&action=search&keyword=Vitreos&Search=Search&treecode=TRE00049
So Lugana is part of linen, I just started stitch with it very slow
What’s a good floss from Joann’s?
Joann’s carries the whole line of DMC and the periodically have good sales on it, if you need to stock up.
I guess this pattern is no longer available. I checked the link you gave and it was not there. It is beautiful!
Yeah, this is an older one, but so pretty. I tell you what, if you’d like, and if I haven’t already promised it to someone else, I could pass it on to you when I’m done. I haven’t the faintest idea when that will be, but I’d be happy to. If you want it, send me an email at jan@madforyarn.com with your mailing address and I’ll pull out the project bag and make a note of it.
@@JanHicksCreates That is soooo sweet of you. :) Just sent you the email. Thank you.
What count is this one you are working on?
That is 32 ct linen.
Jan, did you say you stitched 600 stitches a day? And how do you count your stitches?
When I am stitching with a PDF chart, I usually use Pattern Keeper, though back when I did this video, I am pretty sure I was using KnitCompanion. Either way, they keep track of how many stitches you have stitched on a design each day, and I learned that I usually stitch about 100 stitchers/hour. So that 600 stitches would be if I managed to get 6 hours of stitching in a day.
@@JanHicksCreates do you do 600 stitches a day with your busy life. You are going to love Idaho, we lived there 11 years in area where Catholic weren’t to will like but after while with my husband’s presents with the railroad, we were ok. I hated to leave but the railroad moved us again. Thanks for your help. Love that you are raising your horizons with making the moves you are making now.
@@kathyshuput9855 Yeah, my schedule these days has changed a bit! I try to get in a half hour of knitting in the morning. Then if I am working on stitching a model of one of my designs, I try to get 200-300 in on that. Then in the evening, when I can finally collapse, I am trying to get at least 200 stitches in on Hoity Toity. I guess I still manage to get closet to 600/day, don’t I! Lol Thanks Kathy!
Love Jan’s voice and stitching, but hard to watch when off camera a lot.
please, you could explain how the transgrahp-X is used. There is a tutorial on your page, but it is no longer available. Thank you
Hi Rosa. I’m afraid I don’t understand what you mean by transgraph-X. Do you mean the xStitch app? Let me know, and I’ll go see what is wrong with my tutorial. I haven’t deleted anything, so this is a bit worrisome.
Great tips for anyone that wants to transition to linen or even weave. How about transitioning back to Aida! 😆 just kidding!
LOL. You’ll have to find someone else for that kind of advice! I’m not there yet! 😂
Can’t see
Can’t see we’re you are stitching love the rest 😢