- a pair of sharp scissors
- a small embroidery hoop (optional)
- a piece of Aida fabric
- short length of embroidery floss - any color
- tapestry needle.
Cut a short length of floss and thread the needle. Start the stitch with a waste knot or secure the floss by weaving the floss end behind the back of the first few stitches. Stitch a line of back stitch fourteen stitches long. Secure the floss.
