Question 1

How do I request a custom chart with my count size, stitch size (or cm. inches fabric size), and the amount of colour DMC Threads?"

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Please go to CONTACT button and fill in the request there for me. I will reply with the confirmation and add the PDF File for purchase and instant download for you.

Question 2

Are you adding further images to your collection and how do I find out Sally?

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Thank you for your question Sally. Yes we are adding lots of new artworks to our new site for our customers weekly. If you Subscribe to our mailing list we will email you regually with update as they are added online. Thank you.

Question 3

Does Pattern Keeper chart come with the PDF file of the full chart?

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Yes it does  accompany the full Pdf File for you to upload to "pattern Keeper" and App now available online to assit you whith the progress when creating complex charts. The Pattern Keeper website is. https://patternkeeper.app

Question 4

ABOUT CROSS STICH AS A HOBBY

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Cross-stitch is a form of sewing and a popular form of counted-thread embroidery in which X-shaped stitches in a tiled, raster-like pattern are used to form a picture. The stitcher counts the threads on a piece of evenweave fabric (such as linen) in each direction so that the stitches are of uniform size and appearance. This form of cross-stitch is also called counted cross-stitch in order to distinguish it from other forms of cross-stitch.[1] Sometimes cross-stitch is done on designs printed on the fabric (stamped cross-stitch); the stitcher simply stitches over the printed pattern.[2] Cross-stitch is often executed on easily countable fabric called aida cloth[3] whose weave creates a plainly visible grid of squares with holes for the needle at each corner. Fabrics used in cross-stitch include linen, aida, and mixed-content fabrics called 'evenweave' such as jobelan. All cross-stitch fabrics are technically "evenweave" as the term refers to the fact that the fabric is woven to make sure that there are the same number of threads per inch in both the warp and the weft (i.e. vertically and horizontally). Fabrics are categorized by threads per inch (referred to as 'count'), which can range from 11 to 40 count. Counted cross-stitch projects are worked from a gridded pattern called a chart and can be used on any count fabric; the count of the fabric and the number of threads per stitch determine the size of the finished stitching. For example, if a given design is stitched on a 28 count cross-stitch fabric with each cross worked over two threads, the finished stitching size is the same as it would be on a 14 count aida fabric with each cross worked over one square. These methods are referred to as "2 over 2" (2 embroidery threads used to stitch over 2 fabric threads[4]) and "1 over 1" (1 embroidery thread used to stitch over 1 fabric thread or square), respectively. There are different methods of stitching a pattern, including the cross-country method where one colour is stitched at a time, or the parking method where one block of fabric is stitched at a time and the end of the thread is "parked" at the next point the same colour occurs in the pattern.   Cross-stitch has become increasingly popular with the younger generation of Europe in recent years.[15] Retailers such as John Lewis experienced a 17% rise in sales of haberdashery products between 2009 and 2010.[16] Hobbycraft, a chain of stores selling craft supplies, also enjoyed an 11% increase in sales over the year to February 22, 2009.[17] Knitting and cross-stitching have become more popular hobbies for a younger market, in contrast to its traditional reputation as a hobby for retirees.[18] Sewing and craft groups such as Stitch and Bitch London have resurrected the idea of the traditional craft club.[19] At Clothes Show Live 2010 there was a new area called "Sknitch" promoting modern sewing, knitting and embroidery.[20]The development of computer technology has also affected such a seemingly conservative craft as cross-stitch. With the help of computer visualization algorithms,[26] it is now possible to create embroidery designs using a photograph or any other picture. Visualisation uses a drawing on a graphical grid, representing colors and / or symbols, which gives the user an indication of the possible use of colors, the position of those colors, and the type of stitch used, such as full cross or quarter stitch. In a departure from the traditional designs associated with cross-stitch, there is a current trend for more postmodern or tongue-in-cheek designs featuring retro images or contemporary sayings. It is linked to a concept known as 'subversive cross-stitch', which involves more risque designs, often fusing the traditional sampler style with sayings designed to shock or be incongruous with the old-fashioned image of cross-stitch.[21] Stitching designs on other materials can be accomplished by using waste canvas. This is a temporary gridded canvas similar to regular canvas used for embroidery that is held together by a water-soluble glue, which is removed after completion of stitch design. Other crafters have taken to cross-stitching on all manner of gridded objects as well including old kitchen strainers or chain-link fences. Traditionally, it is believed that cross stitch is a woman's craft. But lately there are men who are also addicted to this

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