If you have ever known the pain of being half a cross stitch out on evenweave or linen then this super simple tip can stop it happening!
As a bonus it can also make for neater stitches AND a smoother stitching experience...yes please!
Learn how to use the 'leaning against the post' technique; it's so easy!
Chapters:
00:00 Start
01:12 Stitching 'over 2' on evenweave/linen
01:38 Why counting is harder on evenweave/linen
02:21 Benefits of starting stitches 'leaning against the post'
03:04 Slides explaining process of 'leaning against the post'
04:23 Demo of stitches 'leaning against the post'
07:49 How this makes counting easier
09:01 How this might make for neater and easier stitches
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**OTHER VIDEOS MENTIONED IN VIDEO**
Cross stitch terms - what is stitching '1 over 2' etc.?:
https://youtu.be/bZ6_VitFUS0
How to do a Loop Start for Cross Stitch:
https://youtu.be/LMYtJfApVpQ
How to Railroad Cross Stitch:
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