How to Stitch a Single Cross Stitch - From Start to Finish

Begin a Second Half Stitch

Begin the Second Half Stitch

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With your right hand at the back of the fabric, insert the needle in the lower right corner of the Aida square, directly below the top of the half stitch. Use the photo as a guide. Draw the needle and floss up to the top of the hoop. Flip the hoop over. Keep your needle in your right hand.

• 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