jillyann Publish time 2015-1-11 06:10

sewing beads on cross stitch

Just wondering if there is a right way to stitch beads on cross stitch. Using full cross stitch so that the beads lay straight up and down or half cross stitch so that the beads lay diaagonally?.

CraftyLouAnna Publish time 2015-1-11 07:10

I always cross the stitches through the bead and I dont see it makes much difference to the finished product.I just want my beads secured well to the piece.

HannaSolo Publish time 2015-1-11 07:52

There is no right or wrong way. It doesnt really matter which way you do it. I always use a full cross stitch because I like the beads to lay up and down versus on an angle.

jillyann Publish time 2015-1-11 08:57

Thanks for your input. I appreciate you taking the time to reply. I have only used beads once and I used full cross stitch as well.

jillyann Publish time 2015-1-11 08:58

Thanks so much for your input.

Jakz1269 Publish time 2015-3-24 00:08

I have always used a full cross stitch as well.I find that it makes the beads more secure.

minahadji Publish time 2018-3-22 18:12

Good question. Im planning to replace few french knots with beads and was wandering for the best approach.

jessandkesha Publish time 2018-3-30 07:16

I find that a full x stitch works best too. gets a bit fiddly to put the second stitch through but if you use a fine point needle, it makes life a lot easier :)

beckysbiz Publish time 2018-7-30 06:44

this is great to know as I have needle used beads on cross stitch before but want to make a biscournu which has beads on it. I havent made a biscornu before either so its going to be a couple of new challenges for me, im so excited

seditas Publish time 2018-8-2 03:11

Muchas gracias por compartir !!!
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