Suggestions for a newbie

sungye

I'm a newbie cross stitcher and I'm using dmc needles and threads. I had no idea which needles were good but just bought sizes 24 and 26 and I do like them a lot.
I would also suggest you buy some thread heaven which I've just discovered. The thread is easier to work with and less knots when cross stitching.  Separating each strand is so much easier too, I'm not fighting with the thread as much lol

jladesigner

Wow!  I have only ever used the ones that came with the kit...or that I could find for the cheapest price at my local bargain store.  Now I feel like a bit of a slacker :P

tcca

Right now i use dmc but i really want to try other brands too

chereylove

indeed helpful tip for a newbie like me

bexy

whatever is at michael's haha

Cherbarina

John James petites are great

BarbaraM

We dont have much of a choice. Only Elle needles in little shop

Jane Doe

I too buy Bohin needles size #26 and #28 from Anita's Little Stitches online and have been buying them in bulk for years. The price is right and I've never found a better needle and I honestly think I've tried just about every brand available in the US. My experience with the gold is similar to most too, the gold finish comes off quickly and they don't work any better or longer than the Bohin that I get at a fantastic price.

gracewei

I use CLOVER
a japanese brand

Bleunoko

Good tips to know when I start my first piece thank you!