Draw the thread across the Aida square diagonally. Insert the tip of the needle as shown in the photo. Take your right hand to the back of the fabric and pull the needle and floss through the hole in the upper right hand corner. Take care to leave the end of the floss on the back of the fabric. Do not pull the stitch tight. Leave the floss a little loose. You have just stitched a half stitch.
How to Stitch a Single Cross Stitch - From Start to Finish
By Connie G. Barwick, About.com Guide
Complete the First Half Stitch
Complete the First Half Stitch
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- Start - Preparing Supplies
- How to Hold the Hoop and Needle
- Begin the Cross Stitch
- Complete the First Half Stitch
- Begin a Second Half Stitch
- Secure the End of the Floss
- Complete the Second Half Stitch
- Secure the Floss and Snip the Ends
- Finish - The Completed Cross Stitch
- Continue Practicing
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