How to Cross Stitch for Beginners - the Basics! | Caterpillar Cross Stitch

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  • čas přidán 6. 09. 2024
  • In this week's video, Sian covers the cross stitch basics for beginners! Learn how to cross stitch with this ultimate starter guide! In our easy-to-follow tutorial, you'll learn all about fabrics and the supplies you need, how to thread your needle, start stitching as we cover all of the essential basics.
    In this beginner's guide, you'll learn:
    1. An overview of the basics
    2. How to remove thread from the skein
    3. How to remove a strand of thread
    4. How to start with a knot
    5. How to use a Q-Snap
    6. How to stitch on aida fabric
    7. How to start using the loop method
    8. How to use an embroidery hoop
    9. How to stitch on evenweave fabric
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Komentáře • 64

  • @katejones2042
    @katejones2042 Před 2 lety +29

    Very helpful, thank you. Maybe next time you could use a dark coloured thread so we can see more clearly?

  • @pennyarnold960
    @pennyarnold960 Před 2 lety +7

    Love the video. Very nice. I think it would be better if the thread color was darker so it would be easier to follow.

    • @arianeccs6523
      @arianeccs6523 Před 2 lety

      Thanks so much for watching and for your feedback, we will definitely keep this is mind for future videos ☺️

  • @Ruaquilter
    @Ruaquilter Před 2 lety +7

    I am a new stitcher. This video answered questions I have wondered about in a clear, concise manner. Thank you.

    • @arianeccs6523
      @arianeccs6523 Před 2 lety

      That's great to hear, thanks so much for watching and for your feedback!

  • @francescoope6575
    @francescoope6575 Před 2 lety +3

    This is really useful information but only thing is it was really hard to see what she was doing white table with white q snap and fabric and really light thread 🪡 I could not see anything but really helpful information

    • @CaterpillarCrossStitch
      @CaterpillarCrossStitch  Před 2 lety

      Thank you. We’ve taken this feedback on board and made sure there’s more contrast on more recent videos 😀

  • @LothlorienB
    @LothlorienB Před 2 lety +8

    the light was too bright to see the loop method stitches :'(

    • @CaterpillarCrossStitch
      @CaterpillarCrossStitch  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you for taking the time to leave this feedback. We will take this on board and improve for our next video : )

  • @anneb.6647
    @anneb.6647 Před 2 lety +5

    Thanks so much for this very good instruction video and your calm explanations, as i'm a total newbie in cross stitching. One tip i have: with a dark thread it will be better to see , what is made !

    • @amycain856
      @amycain856 Před rokem

      I agree about using a darker thread. I had a really hard time seeing and I'm brand new to cross stitch

  • @BethChadwick
    @BethChadwick Před 2 lety +5

    I already know how to stitch but still watched the whole video 😂 fabulous job as always, CCS tutorials are always so methodical and explained really well.

    • @arianeccs6523
      @arianeccs6523 Před 2 lety

      Aw, thanks so much Beth - so happy you're enjoying our videos!

  • @Amio2022
    @Amio2022 Před 5 měsíci

    Very helpful video. I think I will try the loop method however please consider using a darker thread so it’s easier to see

  • @tigerlilly393
    @tigerlilly393 Před 2 lety +3

    It would have been much easier to see if you had of used a much darker thread for demonstrating with. However, the information presented was very helpful. Thank you.

    • @CaterpillarCrossStitch
      @CaterpillarCrossStitch  Před 2 lety

      Thank you. We’ve taken this feedback on board and made sure there’s more contrast on more recent videos 😀

  • @jeanninegrimm3045
    @jeanninegrimm3045 Před 2 lety +8

    She should have used a darker floss color. You can't see the stitches.

    • @maureentaphouse5206
      @maureentaphouse5206 Před 2 lety +2

      I was just going to post the same comment.

    • @16050390
      @16050390 Před 2 lety +1

      Yeah I couldn't see anything that she was doing, the thread was too light and the background was too bright.

  • @ssmith4671
    @ssmith4671 Před 2 lety +3

    Just like some others, I’ve cross stitched
    for some time. It’s so useful to be reminded of good practice. Thanks CCS for all the tips.

    • @arianeccs6523
      @arianeccs6523 Před 2 lety

      Definitely, so happy to hear you found the video helpful!

  • @LLS-cf1iz
    @LLS-cf1iz Před 2 lety +2

    I’ve been stitching for a few years now and I didn’t know of the loop method to begin. I’m going to try that as it seems I would waste less thread than the way I begin now. Thanks for the tips 🙂

  • @cinandrews
    @cinandrews Před 2 lety +3

    So helpful ♥️♥️♥️thank you! I am trying to learn all I can before my first caterpillar cross stitch kit arrives!

    • @arianeccs6523
      @arianeccs6523 Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks for watching, I hope you love your first CCS kit!

  • @beubeuhandcrafts984
    @beubeuhandcrafts984 Před 2 lety +2

    Really great video, I pass it to some friends that want to learn how to cross stitch. Thank you. Take care

  • @amyleah2352
    @amyleah2352 Před rokem +1

    This is a great video. Could you do the stitching process with a darker thread on a short video? Struggling to see it clearly

  • @timothywilson4648
    @timothywilson4648 Před 2 lety +3

    Great video - very helpful!

  • @julesm9081
    @julesm9081 Před 2 lety +3

    yayyyyyy great video again! always so helpful! xxx

  • @AlwaysBeYourself-6
    @AlwaysBeYourself-6 Před 2 lety +1

    Should have used darker color thread. It’s hard to c on video with light thread

  • @twirlacane
    @twirlacane Před 2 lety +2

    Darker threat would have been better for me to see.

  • @owlbestitching8839
    @owlbestitching8839 Před 7 měsíci

    Enjoyed - Happy Stitching❣️

  • @tiffanystockdale743
    @tiffanystockdale743 Před 2 lety +3

    Just a tip... please use a different colored thread, or cloth! This was very hard to see on video.

    • @CaterpillarCrossStitch
      @CaterpillarCrossStitch  Před 2 lety

      Thank you. We’ve taken this feedback on board and made sure there’s more contrast on more recent videos 😀

  • @janepanovich9818
    @janepanovich9818 Před 2 lety +4

    This would have been much more beneficial with a darker thread.. it was barely visible.

    • @arianeccs6523
      @arianeccs6523 Před 2 lety

      Of course, we will be sure to keep this in mind for future videos - thank you for your feedback! 😊

  • @vaniawhitfield6486
    @vaniawhitfield6486 Před 2 lety +2

    Love it

  • @16050390
    @16050390 Před 2 lety +4

    Yeah I couldn't see anything that you were doing, the thread was too light and the background was too bright.

    • @arianeccs6523
      @arianeccs6523 Před 2 lety

      I'm so sorry, we really appreciate your feedback and we will definitely keep this in mind for future videos!

  • @neethamanthriratne3297
    @neethamanthriratne3297 Před rokem +1

    You should have used a darker thread for the demonstration . We can’t see the thread

    • @CaterpillarCrossStitch
      @CaterpillarCrossStitch  Před rokem

      Absolutely, thanks for the feedback. We actually have more recent beginner videos in which we use darker thread 😊

  • @stitchann
    @stitchann Před rokem +1

    Great instruction but use a darker thread next time.

  • @RUKODELIE-1969
    @RUKODELIE-1969 Před 2 lety +1

    Очень интересно!)

  • @dianeer1012
    @dianeer1012 Před 5 měsíci

    I wish this was bigger so I can see it. The thread could be darker on the fabric so you can actually see it.

  • @graceprice6192
    @graceprice6192 Před rokem

    How can I stop the thread come off my needle when I am cross stitch thanks

    • @CaterpillarCrossStitch
      @CaterpillarCrossStitch  Před rokem

      Hi Grace, we recommend using the loop method. Find out more here czcams.com/video/GlgRC2PQAYs/video.html :)

  • @kathyeevans348
    @kathyeevans348 Před 2 lety

    I am learning haven't been long at this. Is there a special way to graph a back stitch design on graph paper?

  • @sheenaroberts6795
    @sheenaroberts6795 Před rokem

    Really needed a darker color.

  • @Phoenixice69
    @Phoenixice69 Před 11 měsíci

    Might have been better with a darker thread maybe...

  • @Lisa-fb9eq
    @Lisa-fb9eq Před rokem

    I wish you had used a darker color, its hard to see :(

    • @CaterpillarCrossStitch
      @CaterpillarCrossStitch  Před rokem

      Hi Lisa, thank you for your feedback. We'll take it into account for future videos :)