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Plastic Canvas - Cross Stitch and Plastic Canvas

Plastic Canvas is used in many stitching mediums, including Cross Stitch. The durability and sturdiness of plastic canvas make it suitable for many Cross Stitch projects, including 3-D designs.
Plastic Canvas - Cross Stitch Stitching Surface
Plastic Canvas is a plastic mesh that resembles needlepoint canvas. Many types of needlecrafts use plastic canvas to create designs, including Cross Stitch. Plastic canvas is available in a wide variety of counts ranging from 7 squares per inch and up.
Start a Stitch on Plastic Canvas
When starting a stitch on perforated paper or plastic canvas, secure the stitch with a loop. This method works for one strand or even numbers of strands.

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