The different methods of cross stitch
There are several ways to run a cross stitch book, see all the different methods.
Pre-Printed Cloth
The "x" form a picture or letter and are printed on the fabric. We insert the needle on the top of the "x" from below and then led him toward the diagonally opposite. We end the "x" in the same way but this time working on the other branch. This method is the traditional method, in which you make an "x" then you go to the next and so on.
You can also use the Danish method in which you embroider the first half of the points below and once you finished the row to attack the top half points, forming the cross. Simply put, you are a branch of the "x" on the way and another to return. The point is that each strand goes in the same direction for a given uniform and smooth.
Model point counted
The model run scored runs in a similar way, the only difference being that the pattern is not printed on the fabric. Instead, symbols tell you what color of thread used and how many points. You have then starting from this point how many points to make with this or that color. It is advisable from the center of your image.
Fabric and Materials of Cross Stitch
The fabric used for cross-stitch has a number telling you how many squares there are per inch, for the Anglo-Saxon, or tiles 10 cm in the metric system. The higher the smaller number will be your final design. For example, Aida fabric 14, the most common size, with 14 "count" per inch or the equivalent of 55 to 10 cm tiles. A fabric with 11 "count" per inch will cause more and be more suitable for beginners. Thus, a network of 21 "count" will cause very small. Finally, are generally used needles for tapestry cross stitch, do not use sewing needles which could damage the fabric.