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Securing Cross Stitch Floss Photo: © Connie G. Thomas, licensed to About.com, Inc. Cross Stitch Terms to KnowHelpful Cross Stitch InformationStitch a Single Cross StitchStitch a Row of Cross StitchesThree Cross Stitch Beginner Lessons New posts to the Cross-Stitch forums:"Secure Cross Stitch Floss"Definition: Cross Stitch is a style of embroidery which avoids knots when stitching, except when French Knots are used for decoration. Floss is secured by stitching over the end of the floss when starting out or by running the needle under the backs of stitches when finishing. A waste knot is sometimes used when beginning stitches, but as the term implies, is clipped off when enough stitches are present for securing the floss. Cross Stitch Terms to KnowHelpful Cross Stitch InformationStitch a Single Cross StitchStitch a Row of Cross StitchesThree Cross Stitch Beginner Lessons New posts to the Cross-Stitch forums: |
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