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Is the design stitched on Aida, Linen or Evenweave Fabric?

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Is the design stitched on Aida, Linen or Evenweave Fabric?

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Aida is the type of fabric that has tiny holes between the blocks where a stitcher makes an X and yields to a more regular X pattern when completed. Evenweave fabric as the name suggests has even or equal weaves in both directions. Linen is known for its thread weave irregularities. Among these three, Aida fabric is tougher and holds up well when washed. What is the thread count of the fabric? The thread count is the stitches per inch of the fabric which determines the size of the finished piece and the number of strands of thread/floss used. The common thread count for Aida cloth is from 8 to 20 to the inch and usually uses 2-3 strands. Linen and evenweave fabrics have 22 count, or 28 or 36 count and usually a stitcher has to count up and down “over two” threads to stitch. Remember that the higher the number, the finer the weave. What are the threads used? These are the two most commonly available brands all over the world, DMC and Anchor. DMC floss is more widely used but there is al

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