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INTRODUCING
A NEW WAY TO STITCH...
 Dear
Stitching Friends:
It
is over ten years since I first wrote on this page to introduce
my first collection, and with it, a brand new way to stitch that
is fast, fun, and easy.
For those new to cross-point™, a few words about my technique:
~ The basic
stitch is the familiar (or, if you haven't stitched before, easy-to-learn)
cross-stitch, worked in wool with 100% background coverage. The
end result looks like needlepoint, but with a good deal more texture.
~ Rather
than stiff canvas or soft fabrics like AIDA, we use a fabric less
rigid than the first and with more body than the second. The thread
count of 6 stitches per inch is large enough to let
you stitch quickly, but small enough to show detail.
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Cross-point™ does not rack or distort the fabric; therefore,
no hoop, frame, or blocking is ever required, making it possible
to take the work with you wherever you go.
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Patterns are stitched by counting. Large charts, printed in both
symbol and color, as well as clear individual instructions accompany
each kit. Patterns are designed so that elements repeat, over and
over, thus reducing time spent counting.
~ Patterns are classified
as "X" (experienced) when they require more attention
to counting, or "E" (easy) for beginners. The majority
of our patterns can be stitched by anyone with a little bit of practice.
The Catalog collection of patterns is my way of celebrating design
elements drawn from the great craft traditions of many different
cultures. The slight uneven weave in my fabric allows for duplication
of the inherent imperfection and naive individuality of the original
folk art pieces. Pillow kits are offered in a broad range of colors,
some vibrant and bold, others more muted and gentle. Currently,
not all designs in our printed catalog are available through our
Online Catalog & Store.
We have received many letters, e-mails, and phone calls from stitchers
during the last 10 years. Some claim they have become addicted
to my technique and will never stitch using any other technique
again! Others buy every new design as it becomes available and rave
about my technique, the quality of my materials and kit presentation.
While patterns are not preprinted on the fabric, even a complete beginner can
learn my cross-point™ technique in two hours and experience
the satisfaction of engaging her or his own creativity by stitching
in a rhythmic fashion on an unpainted canvas. My method has a meditative
quality: counting stitches uses the brain; filling in allows time
for thoughts.
It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the Cross-point™
Online Catalog & Store! I do hope you will enjoy this
new way of stitching as much as I, and so many others, do.
Happy
Stitching!
Comments
from Stitchers:
"You
must tell everyone how fast it goes."
"I feel very creative not using a preprinted design."
"I was at first apprehensive about counting stitches but
now I have discovered how easy it is and I love to see the design
grow before my eyes."
"I love working on this fabric rather than canvas. It's
so easy to hold and I am stitching while on the phone or watching
television." |
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