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Is linen fabric different then counted cross stitch fabric?

As far as stitching a counted cross stitch pattern. I use the same basic stitches & measuring, right?

no, they are about the same, however, you do need to pay attention to linen. Aida cloth, used for cross stitch, is woven so you know more precisely where to put the needle:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aida_cloth

Linen is stitched over 2 or 3 threads, so if you aren't careful you can miscount:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:Korsstygn_detalj.jpg

Both are beautiful when stitched well. Use clean hands, center your work on the fabric, and keep your tension smooth.

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Bucilla 86194 Holiday Cornucopia Stamped Cross Stitch Tablecloth, 60-Inch by 90-Inch $26.38 Celebrate special occasions with family dinners over the Holiday Cornucopia Collection of hand-made table coordinates. This kit contains washable white poly/cotton pre-finished fabric with the design pre-printed in wash away ink, DMC floss requirements and easy to follow instructions. Finished size: 60" x 90". Design: Holiday Cornucopia. Made in USA/Imported....

Storybook Favorites in Cross-Stitch $19.09 Offering cross-stitch patterns of a variety of favorite storybook characters from Madeline and Babar to Peter Rabbit and Winnie-the-Pooh, a project guide provides step-by-step instruction for a variety of craft and gift ideas....

Scandinavian Cross Stitch on Linen and Cotton $14.95 ...

Classic Table Linens: Charted for Counted Cross Stitch $1.00 Symbol of Excellence Publishers, 1984. Softcover....

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