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on 10/13/2008 If you have trouble threading the needle you can use the new Spiral Eye Needle. It is practically self threading with an opening on the side of the eye. You can get them at www.spiraleyeneedles.com
on 6/30/2006 If this is your first project, choose something very small. There are many kits for cross-stitching ornaments in little frames. It takes much longer than you think, and being able to complete a project and see the finished product will give you confidence to begin, and complete, a bigger one.
on 11/22/2005 If this is your first project you may want to practice cross stitching on a scrap before you begin.
on 11/22/2005 To make a double thread, instead of using two strands of floss, cut an extra-long strand and fold in half; go through fabric and pull through the loop. This will secure your thread to the fabric and create two strands from one.
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