The simple way to cross stitch

I felt like this was a pretty stitch and something you can do yourself! So, why not make a quick tutorial and share a little of what I do.
This was part of a larger commission build I did - You can check that out here!
• Toronto Raptor's Axe
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[@susantipsyhealy7655]

I like to see different takes on doing various types of stitches. Thanks man

[@HewmanMade]

Thank you!!

[@universeofemily]

That red stitching came out so good!! 😮

[@bobruddy]

Looks amazing

[@KapsuleCorp]

great tutorial!

[@Debrians]

Woooow 👍 good and inspirative

[@longsword114]

How do you measure how much leather you need and cut it? I'm having trouble. Thx for your help!

[@HewmanMade]

For the handle I just wrapped it around and cut it slightly oversized. Then trim it down to fit. Some things you're able to measure out, but others you just have to work with it on the fly and adjust the size as you go

[@longsword114]

@HewmanMade OK, thanks yea, seems like the most difficult part at least for me, thx for your reply!

[@escapetherace1943]

@@longsword114 lol that is the difficult thing, for your first month or two. Eventually you get to a point you just grab leather and eyeball everything, it's wild. I don't even keep patterns around now I just throw stuff down and freehand make everything and it turns out good, you'll get there quick