Question 1

Is there a mark on the cloth to mark the middle point to make it easier to start?

Accepted Answer

No, you will need to create your starting point with running threads of a bright colour from top to bottom and then side to side.. at the mid points of the fabric.. obviously you remove these when the piece is completed.

Question 2

Is this a stamped cross stitch??

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No it's a counted cross stitch

Question 3

I have never cross stitched before, and I am not a very detail orientated person.  How long do you think this will take for me to complete?

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If you have never cross stitched you would be wise to start with a small piece with two or three colors to get used to handling the needle, thread and material. I am 83 years old and have been doing cross stitch for many years. With all the shading in that piece and the size(11 x 11) I feel it would take me 6 months to a year to complete---and I have a lot of time to spend on my needle work. GOOD LUCK.

Question 4

Is the aida cloth printed on?

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There are two types of cross-stitch, printed on the fabric and Count cross-stitch. Count cross-stitch you go by the map/graph and mark off the stitching as you stich and the printed has the image on the aida cloth.  Count cross-stitch is always more beautiful.  Anyway how to know?  When you see it advertised, it will say "Count Cross-Stitch" (where you follow the scheme/map and will be regular/printed on the cloth otherwise.  This particular product is not printed on. The ad specifically states that it is "Count" cross-stitch.  Hope this helps.

butterfly profusion' counted cross stitch kit, 14 count aida, 11 x 11

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