Sewing Cross Stitches

Cross stitch embroidery is a traditional technique and an addition to the other decorative stitches. If the cross stitches are sewn on fabrics with a linen structure, they look as if they were hand-stitched. When cross stitches are sewn with embroidery yarn, the stitch pattern appears fuller. Cross stitches are particularly used for home furnishing, trimmings on garments and embellishing in general. As every following line refers to the first row, it is important to stitch the first row in a straight line.

  1. Attach the Zigzag Foot (DA) or the Embroidery Foot (JK) or the Open embroidery Foot (DN) (optional accessory).
  2. Select a cross stitch of the Decorative stitch No. 125-132 and combine it as desired.
  3. Stitch the first row using the seam guide to sew a straight line.
  4. Stitch the second row next to the first at a distance of one presser foot‘s width or using the seam guide.