Compare Tent Stitch and Half Cross Stitch

To learn to stitch a tent stitch you will need:

• a small piece of Aida fabric
• tapestry needle
• short length of embroidery floss
• scissors
• hoop (optional)

Begin the tent stitches with a waste knot or secure the floss as you stitch. Thread the tapestry needle with one or two strands of floss. If using a hoop, place the fabric in the hoop.

To stitch tent stitches, follow the diagram above:

1. Bring the threaded needle up at 1 and take it back down at 2.
2. For the second stitch, bring the threaded needle up at 3 and take it back down at 4.
3. Continue stitching right to left as you complete the third stitch by bringing the needle up at 5 and taking it down at 6.
4. Bring the needle up at 7 and down at 8 to complete the next stitch.
5. Complete the row of tent stitches by bringing the needle up at 9 and taking it down at 10. Continue practicing or secure the floss to complete the row.