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How to Prepare Cross Stitch Fabric ✂ Cross Stitch for Beginners 🎒 CROSS STITCH UNIVERSITY
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- Опубліковано 16 сер 2024
- Welcome to CROSS STITCH UNIVERSITY (CSU)! In this video we will get you prepped and ready to cross stitch! We go over how to prepare your cross stitch fabric - what size to cut your fabric, how to keep your fabric from fraying, and how to set up a Q-Snap, which is a great stitching aid for beginners.
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CHAPTERS
0:00 - Intro
0:15 - Ironing & Cutting Fabric
0:55 - What Size to Cut Your Fabric
1:23 - Preparing the Edges of Your Fabric
1:59 - Putting Fabric into Q-Snap Frame
2:44 - Putting a Q-Snap Together
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Future idea, you may want to show pressing the fabric. I'm not sure about proper temperature, steam or no-steam, pressing cloths, towels, etc.
4:06 And another option (alternative to the tape, that will deteriorate and damage the cloth), iron instead a double-sided fabric tape and flip the border over.
Kimberley is the greatest teacher, my goodness. So thorough, perfect voice timing. ❤
I’ve used pinking shears on Aida edges, it didn’t fray.
Great video! 🌸what I like to do is to mark the middle of my fabric before putting it in a Q Snap or hoop. 💕
That’s a great idea. I will have to go and find how to do that.
I do the same and I use a measuring tape.
My favorite flower is peony!
Even as a seasoned stitcher, I learn something from each of these classes. Thank you! Love all your videos.
I have done a little cross stitching, but I learned some new things. Thank you. And I loved “Class dismissed”🤗
I have been cross stitching for a very long time. I do not use a hoop for the most part. If it were me, I would find the center square and actually start the cross stitching prior to placing the piece in the Q-Snap. This way, there is no concern about where the center square is located after the fact. Just a suggestion.
I always prepare a grid on my fabric that mimics the lines on the pattern. I use a light colored sewing tread , with the needle moving front to back, or back to front, every ten squares. So, determine the location of one of the corners. The first line is UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN etc every ten squares. The second line is ten squares over, DOWN, UP, DOWN, UP etc. The third line is ten squares over UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN . After the project is complete, remove the thread. I make less mistakes because every stich can be located in relation to other elements in the partern and to the location on the grid.
I love all seasons! I buy seasonal patterns. And, Samplers. Between seasons. Thank you, Patty
Thank you. I would use the zig zag method if I had a sewing machine but since I don’t I use Fray Check on the edges. I have used it for years and have had no issues with it. I’m ejoying these videos.
I just bought a q-snap and didn’t know about putting on the clamps that are across from each other first. That will help my struggles! 😄
Kimberly you are the best. I had no idea that there was a right or wrong side to the cloth. The lesson is clear and very useful. This is a great lesson for someone like me who is just learning about counted cross stitch. Looking forward to the other lessons.
Which fabrics have a right or wrong side? I didn't know that there was a difference. Thanks!
Definitely find and mark the starting point (center or corner) before loading it into the qsnap. I'm not sure if it's just me, but I have a bear of a time getting my fabric out of a qsnap brand qsnap. I'm always afraid it will tear my fabric. Maybe CrossStitch U will have some good pointers for me, too! 😃 Looking forward to the next video!
Hi. If you pull your fabric up or slide your qsnap off. This works good but for me I uses a wooded hoop it’s my favorite there pricey but I love them. Hope this helps.
@@pennyschwarze6393 I'll try that approach! Thank you!
I placed felt pieces between the fabric and the clips. Then I just slide the clips off. 💛🌹💛
Great beginner video, but even though I have done cross stitch for over 40 years I still learn something. I was self taught so there's always something to learn. I never used a Q Snap so it was interesting to see it. I started out years ago with a spring metal hoop and then to the wooden hoops. Now I change back and forth from the wood to just stitching without anything after watching you these last several months.
THANK YOU, NEVER KNEW I COULD USE THE PAINTERS TAPE 👏👏👏👏👏❤️
It can be a bugger to remove the tape if you leave the project for months (or years) on end... don't ask me how I know... 😄
Thank you Kimberly! I am such a visual learner. Your videos are great for beginners!
Great video Kimberly. For a beginner this should take the fear out of preparing the fabric. I’m not a beginner but still enjoy watching. Think I will prepare my fabric today to get it ready for class. See you next time.
Thanks Kimberly. Straight forward instructions. At least I had been doing that right. I received an Australian stores project in my mailbox yesterday. It's a worded "Merry Christmas" sampler with a nice decorative border around the words. For a friends Christmas decorations table. They are very traditional in their setup. So, I will be watching more of your Floss Tube store Cross Stitch University to learn more about cross stitching with the hope of being successful at it! 😄💖💖
Thank you Kimberly…this is great🔆❤️
Beginner here...thank you for this!!! 🪡💚
Thank you
This is a great series. Thank you for doing it.
Very very helpful for a beginner like me. Thank you.
Thank you. Would have liked to see the actual process of the tape and sewing. Some of us are visible learners. Also will you be teaching the sewing method.
Hello Janice! Kimberly will be showing the English method and the Danish method in the video next week.
Completed this week’s lesson and all ready for next monday’s class 😊
Thanks, see you next time!
How do I download a badge? I’m new and learning a lot. Thank you Kimberly! ❤️
Good video and I love the advice of finding the center before you put it in the q snap. I’m new to counted cross stitch and I can see where this really makes sense. Can we please start stitching???? 🤣😂
Hello Monica! We will start stitching next week. You can see the full schedule on our blog here: blog.fatquartershop.com/cross-stitch-university/
Great Tutorial Kimberly.
Thank you, Kimberly!😍
Thank you. Good tips for everyone. ❤️
Could you explain difference in both process, finished look and needle size; for 14ct 2 strands over 1 vs. 28ct 2 strands over 2. Some patterns provide both of these options.
Excellent demo
Awesome video for beginners.
Great video! You do a wonderful job explaining the how to's. Loving this series 💛
Thanks!!
I bought a serger last year I need to learn stitch on a q-snap
I serged the edges of the fabric not in the Q-snap, but freely...as you would serge regular fabric. I used the server's cutting tool which cut on the line I drew @ 11".
Hi, image getting back to cross stitching after more than 30 years, so I've never seen the plastic square to hold the fabric. How is it better than the wooden circles we used to use back in the day? Thank you! Your explanations are very clear an detailed.
Hello Gaby! It depends on your comfort level. Some have found that the hoop is easier on the wrist and a lot easier to carry around if you're stitching on the go.
I had trouble cutting down to 11x11. My husband had to do it. Lol. Is there a recommended set of rulers to use?( I’m using a rotary blade and cutting mat. )💛🌹💛
Using a 12" square ruler may help you visualize the 11" square better.
You could just cut a piece of cardboard 11" x 11" square, place it on the fabric, mark the cut line with a mechanical ✏ pencil, then use the rotary cutter & thick enough ruler, or use scissors to cut on the 11" line.
Cardboard from a cracker package that is bigger that 11" square would work, then cut the cardboard to an 11" square.
Cutting on corrugated cardboard is thicker, but a wee bit more difficult to cut, but it works, too!
Uding the mat to get the 11" square: lay the fabric in the lower left corner where 0 (zero) would be...so you have a 90°angle at the left side & bottom side of the fabric.
Using the ruler on the bottom edge of mat, find 11 ". Use the ruler on the left side of the mat & find 11".
Place the rotary ruler along (parallel to) the left side of the fabric, the move it to the right until it lines up with 11" along the bottom mat ruler @ 11".
Cut upwards on the fabric until you have cut 11"... then you can cut across to the left 11", so you now have the 11" x 11" square of fabric.
You can always rotate the mat & fabric (as one piece) clockwise so you only cut away from yourself.
@@nancy-katharynmcgraw2669 thank you!!! I watched a few more vods on cutting for quilt squares and learned how to read the rulers. With your tip and what I learned it worked perfectly! Ty!!! 💛🌹💛
I have never heard of a Q Snap before. I will need to look into this. How do you find the center of your fabric with it on the Q Snap?
Marking your center after you iron it is important. Fold or measure to find the center. I mark mine with a stitch of bright color sewing 🧵 thread. Do you not put a knot in it. You will remove it once you have done a few stitches and no longer need it for reference, or before you stitch over it. @Dare2Dream Big
Fold the fabric in half, then fold that in half again so you have a 1/4the size of fabric. Look at that "package" now & see that you have loose edges & folded edges. On one side there will be a corner will have 2 folded edges, on the adjacent side will be a thicker fold. Where that point of the corner is, that is the center of your fabric.
You can use a thread color not in the project to make an X-stitch, or use a curved safety pin...as many quiltmakers use for pin basting the quilt... Leave that center indicator in place until you have completed X-stitching 3 sides around the center as you get to it (if starting in the upper left of the design, then remove the thread/safety pin & continue to stitch with the called for thread color in that space.
If you start in the corner, how do you know if your piece is centered on the fabric? Otherwise,, if it is not centered, would it cause problems at the framers?
If I have an 11 inch q snap, what size should I cut my fabric?
I’d like to know that as well. I have an 11” q snap and would like to use it for this project
@@robinjordan759 maybe we shouldn't cut it....
Hello Tammy! It depends on how much fabric you want to hang from the back of your fabric. For reference, we used an 8" x 8" frame and cut our fabric down to 11" x 11"
I’m going to add 3” so 14” square for an 11 inch frame
Thank you Kimberly. I am very very anxious to cross stitch (newbie here, this will be my first). I was wondering how to figure out the size and how to put the frame together. Do you leave the frame on or put it on each time you cross stitch. I ordered all my supplies from FQS to make sure I had the proper equipment. Thank you for all you and FQS does. 🧵🇨🇦
You leave the frame on the whole time the project is in progress. Then remove the project once finished stitching. I hope that helps.
Hello MeMe! We give you a formula in this video. You can do whatever you'd like.
@@jaydeedee1191 thank you, it does
could you use an embroidery hoop?
Hello Molly! Yes, you could use a hoop.
Hi there! New stitcher here, I’m trying to figure out how we got to a size 11x11 when the project finishes 5.125” square. I know you said 3” over which would make the fabric about 8-9”. What are the extra few inches for? Thank you
Hello Beverly! When calculating what size you need you need to add two sides at a time. In this case, 5.125 + 6= 11.125. The extra inches are for finishing.
Oh now I get it! Okay thank you very much!
Could i use a qsnap for larger projects? With a hoop I just move my section, could I do the same with a qsnap?
Hello Cat! Yes, you could do the same thing with a Q-Snap.
What if your pattern is bigger than your frame. Do you put the frame over your worked threads?
Hello Mary! Kimberly does not put her frame over overworked threads. She chooses a different size if needed but she chooses her patterns before she decides on a frame.
so my machine doesn't have a zig zag stitch option -is there a way to do it manually on my sewing machine or an alternative stitch?
Hello M! No you can not do it manually. You can use a straight stitch on the edge.
Kimberly, if I’m using Lori Holt aurifil , do I use 2 or 3 strands?
Do you use bees wax when doing cross stitch? And when starting new thread, can you secure it under the previous stitches?
Hello Shelly! Kimberly uses it occasionally . Yes, you can secure it under previous stitches.
What size of a zigzag do we use? And how do we find the center? Or can we use the cross stitch key? But it only has a hole to 2.5. You can really tell I’m a newbie. I don’t know anything.
Hello Joanie! We recommend using a 1.5 or 2.0 stitch length. You can find the center by folder the cloth in half and then in half again - crease the folds - where the folds create a center point is your center. Kimberly shows how to do it in this video beginning at 16:39: ua-cam.com/video/CcNuSQpfC-E/v-deo.html. You can use the cross stitch key if you’re starting in the corner. You’ll still have enough room if you leave a 2.5” border.
Should I mark the corners so I know where the 3 inch starts before putting in my Q snap?
Hello Diane! If that helps you keep track of where you need to start we recommend it. Do what works best for you!
Where can we buy the snap for the cloth
Hello Avelina! The Q-Snap is available here: bit.ly/3iG820I
Do you launder your fabric before ironing it ?
Hello Charles! We use a pressing cloth when we press our fabric but we do not wash it.
How do I download the Achievement Award? I have tried but it doesn't. Thanks
Hello Linda! What type of device are you trying to download from?
@@FatQuarterShopFlossTube My Laptop. It's an HP.
Were you able to download any of the other badges?
@@FatQuarterShopFlossTube No not all. I have windows 10 on my laptop
I only have a 6x6 Q-Snap, will that or the 7x7 round hoop I have work in the meantime?
Hello Missy! Yes, that will work.
Oops I meant 7-inch hoop lol.
I have a Precious Moments cross stitch picture from years ago that I’d like to finish. It has been stored in a chocolate box so it is clean but the Aida cloth has been out of the hoop for some time but the imprint from the hoop is still there. How should I prepare this for finishing?
Hello Joyce! You can press the fabric outside your stitches. We have finishing tutorials available here: ua-cam.com/play/PLPwfsUojVe-d4LR2umfKCJWVFsCthV0f1.html
When I press my finished piece, I dampen the cloth (some times I wash it), and place it face down on a fluffy towel. That way you can press over the whole piece without flattening your stitches or damaging other embleshments.
I have the 6X6 Q snap. Will that be too small?
Hello J Mans! We recommend using an 11" x 11" so you don't smuch your stitches but you are welcome to use a 6" x 6" if you'd like.
Using the 6x6 frame just means you have to reposition the fabric when you get to that area.
Assume you start in the upper left corner, place the Q-snap frame so you have room to begin the border stitches...hence the 3 additional inches...
When you X-stitch to the right & run out of room, just reposition the fabric so you can stitch on the right upper corner.... or....
Finish the right side later...
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You don’t wash fabric?
Hello Barb! No, Kimberly does not wash her fabric.