Counted cross-stitch is a beautiful and relaxing form of embroidery. The tiny X-shaped stitches make up a group of embroidery stitches in which all the stitches in this category are formed in one way or another by two arms. 
The stitches come together to create colorful pictures. Using a cross stitch chart and gridded fabric like Aida cloth or linen, the stitches are counted and placed to bring the design to life.
This page contains many tutorials on counted cross-stitch. These lovely stitches will make your embroidery stand out. Whether you are new to cross-stitch stitches or an old pro, this page of tutorials will make your cross-stitch beautiful.
Included in this list of tutorials are filler stitches and other stitches that are commonly used in cross-stitch work.
One specific type of cross-stitch embroidery is called Chicken Scratch embroidery, also known as Snowflake embroidery, Amish embroidery, and Gingham embroidery.
It is used to decorate items such as aprons, table cloths, place mats, and pillows.
This is a traditional type of embroidery that lends itself to lovely designs made with cross-stitch stitches.
Traditionally, this is worked on gingham fabric, which is a checkered fabric, and it makes keeping count of stitches quite easy. Chicken scratch utilizes many of the stitches of cross stitch, both using squares to count.
Assisi embroidery is another unique form of counted stitch embroidery. It is based on an old Italian needlework style where the design is outlined and the background is stitched, leaving the design blank and the background filled in.
This embroidery style looks much like wooden cut-outs and is quite beautiful.
How is a guide of cross stitch stitches useful?
Seeing a list of cross-stitch stitches is helpful because it gives a clear picture of all of the techniques that can be used in a project.
It helps the stitcher learn and compare stitches. They can see how each stitch looks and what it is used for.
A list of cross-stitch tutorials assists in choosing the right stitch for the project. Different stitches add texture, outlines, or fine details, so knowing the options helps the stitcher decide which fits the design.
Of course, a list lets the stitcher track what they have learned and try new ones as they become more confident. Skills are improved.
Finally, browsing a list of cross-stitch stitches allows for quick reference instead of guessing or searching later. This saves much time.
This page features many videos and tutorials to bring your cross-stitch project to life and add texture.
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A tutorial showing you how to make the Algerian Eye Stitch, which is also known as the Algerian Eyelet Stitch or the Star Eyelet Stitch.
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This video and photo tutorial is on how to outline a cross stitch design using the backstitch. It includes instructions and tips on backstitching.
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Videos, pictures, and written instructions for two methods for the cross stitch.
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The basket stitch is a beautiful hand embroidery stitch known for its woven, basket-like texture. This versatile stitch is perfect for filling in spaces. Use it for tree branches, wide flower stems, bold block letters, borders or anywhere a textured fill is needed. Learn how to make the basket embroidery stitch by watching our video lesson or following the step-by-step tutorial with detailed photos.
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This tutorial will show how to do the cable stitch, which is a hand stitch that can be used when embroidering and cross stitching. This needlework stitch is an outline stitch that can be worked along a straight line or curve.
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Learn how to do an embroidery chain stitch to form a decorative outline in your embroidery and cross stitch work.
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This video and photo tutorial will show you how to embroider the Chevron stitch. The Chevron stitch is worked on two parallel lines and it is a beautiful decorative stitch which is ideal for borders.
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This is an advanced cross stitch technique.
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Instructions and illustration teaching a great stitch for outlining or accenting work.
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This tutorial by Needlepointers.com will show and explain how to cross stitch a row. To do this, you normally stitch the rows horizontally from left to right. But it can be stitched right to left. Learn how.
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In this post, you will find a video along with a step-by-step tutorial on how to do the double herringbone stitch.
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This video and printed tutorial will show you how to do the double running embroidery stitch, which is also known as the Holbein stitch.
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How to do the feather stitch. This is a hand-embroidery decorative stitch which creates a vine or branch looking line.
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French knots are lovely little hand embroidery stitches. On this page, you will find a step-by-step photo tutorial on how to make a French knot embroidery stitch. Additionally, be sure to check out our video tutorial.
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Simply the first part of a cross-stitch which can be slanted in either direction.
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How to make a half stitch in cross stitching.
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Discover how to make the herringbone stitch with this detailed photo tutorial and video tutorial.
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Learn how to do the lazy daisy stitch with this video and photo tutorial.
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This partial stitch is uses to obtain rounded shapes in a design.
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How to make a quarter stitch in a cross stitch row.
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The satin stitch is used for filling in a design.
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This tutorial will demonstrate the Smyrna Stitch, a textured stitch that can be used as a filler, border, or in chicken scratch embroidery. This stitch is also called the double cross stitch or Snowflake stitch.
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This page has drawings and written directions to create the spider web rose stitch, often used for flowers, spider webs, wheels, and circles.
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Stitch instructions and diagram for cross stitch, backstitch, french knot, chain-stitch.
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Learn how to do a straight stitch on cross stitch patterns.
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How to make a straight stitch in cross stitch designs.
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Instructions and video on how to do the three-quarter cross stitch.
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This post explains the Vandyke stitch, a variable-width stitch with a central, raised braid-like appearance.
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Do you need to embroider a small circle? Try the woven circle stitch! This is a beautiful, decorative stitch that can be made on any type of fabric. It is a common stitch used in chicken scratch and floral embroidery.
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