Stitch a Column of Cross Stitch

Stitch the First Cross Stitch in the Column

First Cross Stitch in Column

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• short length of six-strand embroidery floss
• tapestry needle
• Aida fabric
• scissors
• hoop, optional
  
  When stitching a column of cross stitches, it is best to stitch each cross stitch individually. For this lesson, the column will be stitched from the top of the column downwards. You may want to begin the stitch with a waste knot.
  
  Stitch the initial cross stitch by bringing the threaded needle up at point 1 and down at point 2. Bring the threaded needle up at point 3 and down at point 4 to complete the first cross stitch.

Index: Stitch a Column of Cross Stitch

1. Stitch the First Cross Stitch in the Column
2. Stitch the Second Cross Stitch in the Column
3. Stitch the Third Cross Stitch in the Column
4. Stitch the Fourth Cross Stitch in the Column