I enjoy sewing. I am looking forward to a new embroidery sewing machine!!! I enjoy counted cross stitch, crochet, knitting and sewing clothes. I sell counted cross stitch originals designed by my Aunt, Patricia. I have stitched both Aida fabric as well as printed cross stitch. My personal choice is Aida. Simply because it creates even stitches. Between my mother and my aunt I think I have been exposed to every type of fiber art you could imagine. Here is a tip I learned from my Aunt.

The counted cross stitch should flow in the same direction. For example, the bottom stitches should follow the same direction//////////. Top stitches should follow the same direction\\\\\\\\\. Always keep the back as neat as the front. Framed fiber art looks best with no bulk in the back, and when no stray thread  can be seen when looking at the framed front. Thanks for reading my post!